Studio equipment setup
Learn how to lay out a studio floor, rig lights and cameras, run cabling safely and check monitoring before the crew arrives.
- Floor plans and set positioning
- Rigging, cabling and safe working
- Pre-show equipment checks
Services
Studio courses and on-site training
Choose a public workshop or bring us into your studio. Every service is built around the real demands of television news and live shows.
Dynamic camera operation
Develop smooth, repeatable movement on pedestal, jib and handheld rigs, with framing that stays confident when the director changes the plan.
- Pedestal, jib and handheld moves
- Framing for presenters and panels
- Following cues from the gallery
Lighting and sound
Shape flattering broadcast light and capture clean audio. We cover key, fill and back light, microphone choice and placement, and mixing for live.
- Three-point and soft-light setups
- Radio mics, boom and desk microphones
- Balancing levels for live mixing
Live workflows for news and shows
Run a studio like a team: running orders, talkback discipline, graphics cues and calm handling of breaking-news changes, with a short review after every show.
- Running orders and gallery calls
- Breaking-news change handling
- Post-show review routines
Courses
Training packages for every studio team
Clear prices for each course. Every enquiry goes through our contact page, so we can match the session to your studio.
Studio Foundations
A practical introduction to rigging, camera basics, light and sound.
£249
per person, one-day workshop
- Studio layout and equipment setup
- Camera handling fundamentals
- Three-point lighting essentials
- Microphone choice and placement
Live Production Intensive
Hands-on rehearsal of a full news bulletin and a live panel show.
£449£599
per person, two-day workshop
- Dynamic camera moves under pressure
- Lighting and sound for live formats
- Running orders and gallery calls
- Breaking-news change handling
- Post-show review session
Newsroom Partnership
A programme built around your studio, your crew and your schedule.
Custom
tailored on-site programme
- On-site audit of your studio
- Bespoke training for your team
- Workflow documentation
- Follow-up support sessions
FAQ
Common questions about our courses
Who are the courses designed for?
Camera operators, floor managers, sound and lighting assistants, producers and anyone preparing to work in a television news or live-show studio in the UK.
Do I need my own equipment?
No. Workshops use broadcast-standard cameras, lights and audio gear. For partnership programmes we can also train on your own studio equipment.
Where do the sessions take place?
Public workshops run in studio venues around the UK. Newsroom partnerships take place on-site at your studio, with optional remote follow-up.
How do I book or ask about group rates?
Send us a message through the contacts page with your team size and preferred dates, and we will reply with availability and a clear quote.